Waiting On Wednesday: Wild Born by Brandon Mull

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly post, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine , where we spotlight a book we are anxiously waiting to be published.

Wild Born (Spirit Animals #1)
By Brandon Mull
Publisher: Scholastic
Release Date: September 10, 2013

Interactive multi-author seven-book series launches globally September 2013 with first book and storyline by #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Mull and second book by #1 New York Times bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater.

Spirit Animals centers around the fantasy world of Erdas where children who come of age go through a ritual to determine if they have a “spirit animal,” a rare bond between human and beast that bestows great powers to both. In this breakthrough series, four children from different cultures undergo an annual ritual and discover that they have been chosen for a greater destiny. Each book in the series will unlock expanded gameplay on the immersive Spirit Animals online game site. The role-playing online game—available through any web browser—will allow kids to customize their own unique heroes, choose their spirit animals, and go on quests to help save the world of Erdas.

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This just sounds really fun. I love a good MG (middle grade) every once in awhile. I loved Brandon Mull's Fablehaven series so I'm sure this one will be amazing too.

What books are you “Waiting On” today?

More Books By Brandon Mull  (click cover to view on Amazon)

New Adult Review: Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson

I consider this AMAZING book New Adult Fiction since the main character was 17 years old, but the love interest was in his 20s. I cannot say enough good things about Edenbrooke. Read it!! I reviewed this book first on my other blog, Clean Adult Fiction.

Title: Edenbrooke
Author: Julianne Donaldson
Publisher: Shadow Mountain
Release Date: March 2012
Pages: 264
Series: none
5 STARS: I LOVED IT!!!

Marianne Daventry will do anything to escape the boredom of Bath and the amorous attentions of an unwanted suitor. So when an invitation arrives from her twin sister, Cecily, to join her at a sprawling country estate, she jumps at the chance. Thinking she’ll be able to relax and enjoy her beloved English countryside while her sister snags the handsome heir of Edenbrooke, Marianne finds that even the best laid plans can go awry.

From a terrifying run-in with a highwayman to a seemingly harmless flirtation, Marianne finds herself embroiled in an unexpected adventure filled with enough romance and intrigue to keep her mind racing. Will she be able to rein in her traitorous heart, or will a mysterious stranger sweep her off her feet? Fate had something other than a relaxing summer in mind when it sent Marianne to Edenbrooke.

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My Thoughts:
Oh my this book was AMAZING!!! I loved it!! This is a book I would recommend to everyone who loves a good romance, a little excitement, mystery, and a lot of laughs.

From the beginning I was attached to Marianne. The poor girl had been shipped off to the city after the death of her mother. Her father had sent her to family in one place and sent her twin sister to another. Separated from her family and the beautiful countryside she felt lost. She left to meet up with her sister at Edenbrooke as soon as the invitation came.

The scenery was breathtaking and made me want to visit the English countryside. Sigh. Maybe one day. I loved the humor that came with some embarrassing moments for Marianne especially in front of handsome men. Just thinking about it makes me want to go re-read this book today.

I'd heard so many good things about Edenbrooke. I don't know why it took me so long to finally read it! If you want a beautiful, relaxing, romantic read go get this book now! You'll enjoy it.

Content Ratings: highlight between ( ) to view details
Sexual Content: very mild ( kissing )
Language: none
Violence: mild ( gun injuries, kidnapping )


Reviewed by Kathryn Cooper
Creator of Clean Adult Fiction
and Clean Teen Fiction

Buy it!

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GIVEAWAY!!! Pwned by Shannen Crane Camp

Shannen Crane Camp has some wonderful books out! I loved both The Breakup Artist and Finding June and can't wait to read this one!! Enter the giveaway below.

Reagan West has a perfect life. She’s at the top of the high school food chain as co-captain of the cheerleading squad and she’s best friends with the most evil girl in Albany, Tawny Perez, which means she’s never on the receiving end of her wrath. The only trouble in Reagan’s perfect life comes from the constant threat of her dirty little secret leaking to her fellow classmates and casting her into a lifetime of ridicule.

Reagan West is a closet gamer and hates her role as the evil cheerleader.

But, as any well versed teenager knows, it’s better to suppress your own nerdy tendencies than to submit to a lifetime of being shoved into lockers and so, Reagan bravely soldiers through life as a reluctant bully… until a boy from her guild moves to her school and becomes Tawny’s next target. The newcomer threatens to reveal Reagan’s nerdy little secret and force her to come to terms with who she truly is. Now Reagan has to decide if she’s going to defend her fellow geeks, or if she’ll continue to be a total troll.

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BOOKS BY SHANNEN CRANE CAMP: (click cover to view on Amazon)

Stacking the Shelves (12)

Stacking The Shelves, hosted by Tygna's Reviews, is where bloggers list the books they recently acquired. The books can come from anywhere: publisher, author, giveaway, library, bought.

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For Review:
eARC of Poison by Bridget Zinn
Persuaded by Jenni James (MY REVIEW)
Emmalee by Jenni James (MY REVIEW)
The Keeper's Calling by Kelly Nelson
The Keeper's Quest by Kelly Nelson

Thank You to Disney Book Group via NetGalley and Inkberry Press for my review copies!

Waiting On Wednesday: The Elite by Kiera Cass

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly post, hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine , where we spotlight a book we are anxiously waiting to be published.

The Elite (The Selection #2)
By Kiera Cass
Publisher: HarperTeen
Release Date: April 23, 2013

Thirty-five girls came to the palace to compete in the Selection. All but six have been sent home. And only one will get to marry Prince Maxon and be crowned princess of Illea.

America still isn’t sure where her heart lies. When she’s with Maxon, she’s swept up in their new and breathless romance, and can’t dream of being with anyone else. But whenever she sees Aspen standing guard around the palace, and is overcome with memories of the life they planned to share. With the group narrowed down to the Elite, the other girls are even more determined to win Maxon over—and time is running out for America to decide.

Just when America is sure she’s made her choice, a devastating loss makes her question everything again. And while she’s struggling to imagine her future, the violent rebels that are determined to overthrow the monarchy are growing stronger and their plans could destroy her chance at any kind of happy ending.

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I love the covers with the gorgeous dresses. I really enjoyed book 1, The Selection (MY REVIEW). It really left me hanging there at the end so I can't wait to hear more about Maxon and all the girls vying for his heart.

What books are you “Waiting On” today?

More Books By Kiera Cass  (click cover to view on Amazon)